Keeping Your Children Happy During A Divorce

There are many people going through a divorce. Statistically, it is likely that half of the people who enter into marriage will end up experiencing divorce at some point in their life. Even though you have seen others go through a divorce until you have experienced it first hand, it may be hard to know what to expect. Here are some things you should know.
1. Estate Will Split In Half
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People have different opinions when it comes to the treatment of pets during a divorce. In fact, in addition to property division and child custody, division of pets is also a very emotive issue between divorcing couples. Here are some of the common opinions held by couples:
Let the Pets Stay With the Kids
Some people think that it would be bad for the kids to be separated from the pets.
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In most states, child support is always awarded to the primary custodial parent. If parents have joint placement and custody, and both parents make close to equal wages, support is not granted. Other unusual custody arrangements may warrant the award of child support to one parent. However, child support rarely covers all of a child's needs and expenses. In fact, even with an equal contribution by both parents for the same daily monetary allotment, the amount barely covers what children eat in a day, let alone clothing, housing, activities, etc.
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It is not common for people to consider their divorces pleasant experiences; however, there are ways to make a divorce run a little smoother. If your spouse just initiated the divorce process, and you would like to make sure it runs smoothly, you may want to follow these tips.
Build A Support System Around You
Going through a divorce is not usually an easy event in life, and it is definitely not something you should go through alone.
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If you're in the midst of a divorce, one of the things your lawyer is going to tell you is that you need to come to a co-parenting agreement with your spouse as part of the settlement. Especially in emotionally-charged divorces, this can be difficult. Before you find yourself faced with an order from the judge to work it out, here are some tips to help you make the transition from spouses to co-parents.
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About Me

When it comes to divorce, one of the most challenging aspect is dealing with your children's feelings. They can feel abandoned, depressed, or guilty about the situation, which can affect their schoolwork or social life. Fortunately, divorce doesn't have to destroy your kid's well-being. When I went through my own divorce, I learned some very important skills that helped me to keep my kids content during the proceedings. This blog is all about focusing on your children and knowing how to protect them from a potentially contentious environment. Read more on this website, and feel free to share these articles with others.